Most people think of chickenpox as a one-and-done childhood illness. You get it, recover, and move on. But what many don’t realize is that the virus responsible for chickenpox, varicella-zoster, doesn’t actually leave the body. Instead, it takes up long-term residence in the nervous system, lying dormant in nerve ganglia—often for decades.
The most well-known consequence of this dormancy is shingles (herpes zoster), which can flare up years later, typically under conditions of stress or immune suppression. However, shingles isn't the only concern. New research and clinical experience suggest that a dormant varicella virus may also be linked to:
Viruses That Linger: Not Just Chickenpox Chickenpox isn’t the only virus with this behavior. Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), and herpes simplex are all examples of viruses that can persist in the body, flaring up when the immune system is compromised. Together, they paint a clear picture: your immune system is constantly holding these viral "freeloaders" in check.
What Weakens Immunity and Lets These Viruses Activate?
Several modern lifestyle factors can stress and weaken the immune system:
How to Strengthen Your Body's Viral Defense System
Thankfully, there are natural and effective ways to reinforce your immune defenses and keep dormant viruses suppressed.
1. Key Nutrients & Immune Support
2. Detoxification Support
3. Exercise and Sleep
4. Chiropractic Adjustments
5. Stress Management
Conclusion A past chickenpox infection doesn’t always stay in the past. As we age or go through stressful seasons, the varicella virus can reassert itself in subtle but damaging ways. By strengthening your immune system and reducing your toxic and structural stress, you can help ensure that these viral hitchhikers remain permanently silent.
Talk to Dr. Keefe about developing a personalized plan to strengthen your defenses and support your nervous system. Prevention isn’t just about avoiding illness—it’s about cultivating resilience every day.
IN THE NEWS: MEMORY IS NOT CONFINED TO YOUR BRAIN New research reveals that cells, not just neurons, retain and recall information, a concept known as "cellular memory". Studies show that spaced repetition of stimuli leads to a stronger cellular response compared to single, intense stimuli, mirroring learning principles. Key molecular factors like ERK and CREB, known for their role in brain memory, are also involved in cellular memory throughout your body. Cellular memory plays a role in various health processes, including immune responses, stress reactions and even the development of diseases like cancer. Lifestyle choices such as stress management, healthy diet, exercise and sleep positively influence cellular memory and overall well-being. Nature Communications Volume 15, Article number: 9635 (2024)-Front Immunol. 2024 Apr 11;15:1365127--Elife. 2024 Jul 11:13:RP96281. doi: 10.7554/eLife.96281--ACS Biomater Sci Eng. 2024 Apr 8;10(4):2177-2187. doi: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c01079. Epub 2024 Mar 11--New York University November 7, 2024
WELLNESS: HERE'S HOW IT CAN HELP IMPROVE OVERALL WELLNESS: 1. Boosts Immune System Natural remedies like herbal supplements (e.g., echinacea, elderberry) and dietary adjustments can strengthen the immune system. Practices like stretching, meditation, and stress reduction can also improve immunity by lowering cortisol levels. 2. Reduces Dependency on Synthetic Drugs Natural healthcare often prioritizes alternatives like chiropractic adjustments, herbal medicine, essential oils, or acupuncture to treat ailments, reducing reliance on medications with potential side effects. 3. Addresses Root Causes, Not Just Symptoms Unlike conventional medicine, which often focuses on treating symptoms, natural healthcare emphasizes identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues (e.g., poor diet, stress, environmental factors). 4. Supports Preventive Health Natural healthcare promotes prevention through healthy habits like regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and detoxification. Supplements like probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins enhance overall health and reduce the risk of chronic illnesses. 5. Promotes Physical Activity Activities like tai chi, stretching, or outdoor walking encourage movement, improve flexibility, and reduce stress, benefiting physical and emotional health.
CHIROPRACTIC: BENEFITS OF CHIROPRACTIC CARE 1. Pain Relief-Back and Neck Pain: Chiropractic adjustments help realign the spine, reducing tension in muscles and nerves. This can relieve chronic back and neck pain without the need for medication or surgery. Headache and Migraine Relief: Misalignments in the spine can cause tension headaches or migraines. Chiropractic adjustments often alleviate these by improving spinal alignment and reducing stress on the nervous system. Joint Pain: It’s not just for the back—chiropractors also work on other areas, such as knees, shoulders, and hips, to relieve joint pain. 2. Improved Posture Modern lifestyles (like sitting at a desk all day) often lead to poor posture. Chiropractic care can correct misalignments caused by slouching or prolonged sitting, which helps improve posture and prevent future pain or discomfort. 3. Enhanced Nervous System Function The spine houses the central nervous system. By correcting misalignments (subluxations), chiropractic care can improve the communication between the brain and body, leading to better overall health and function. 4. Increased Mobility and Flexibility Adjustments can reduce stiffness and improve the range of motion in the joints. This is especially beneficial for athletes or those recovering from injuries. 5. Improved Sleep Quality Chronic pain or tension can disrupt sleep. By relieving pain and reducing stress on the body, chiropractic care can help improve the quality of sleep. 6. Boosted Immune System The nervous system controls immune function. By ensuring the spine and nervous system are in proper alignment, chiropractic care can help enhance the body’s natural ability to fight off illness. 7. Better Stress Management Misalignments in the spine can lead to physical and mental stress. Chiropractic adjustments can help relax the body, reduce muscle tension, and improve overall well-being, helping you better cope with stress. 8. Non-Invasive and Drug-Free Treatment Chiropractic care provides a natural approach to healing, avoiding the need for medication or invasive procedures. This can reduce the risk of drug dependency or surgical complications.
FUNNY BONE: My daughter went to a Mexican fast food and ordered a taco. She asked the person behind the counter for 'minimal lettuce.' He said he was sorry, but they only had iceberg lettuce.@@ He said, there was no spark between us anymore. So I tasered him!!! (I’ll ask him again when he wakes up)”@@ “I hate when a couple argues in public and I missed the beginning and don’t know whose side I’m on.”@@ I was at the airport, checking in at the gate when an airport employee asked, 'Has anyone put anything in your baggage without your knowledge?' To which I replied, 'If it was without my knowledge, how would I know?' He smiled knowingly and nodded, 'That's why we ask.'
Most people think chiropractic care is only about relieving back or neck pain—but what if your spine holds the key to improving your sleep, immunity, digestion, and stress response?
It’s not a stretch. Chiropractic adjustments work directly on your nervous system, which controls everything in your body—from heart rate to hormone balance. That means correcting spinal misalignments can have widespread, surprising benefits.
Your brain and spinal cord form your central nervous system (CNS)—the electrical and chemical command center of your
body. Your spine is the protective tunnel for that system. When vertebrae become misaligned (called subluxations), they can interfere with the signals traveling between your brain and body.
This miscommunication can lead to:
- Tense muscles that never relax
- Trouble sleeping
- Weak digestion or sluggish bowels
- Low energy and burnout
- Recurring infections due to immune dysregulation
When we correct a misalignment with a chiropractic adjustment, it’s more than just a "pop." It’s a neurological reset. Research shows that spinal adjustments can:
- Improve vagal nerve tone (linked to calm, digestion, and heart rate)
- Enhance heart rate variability, a sign of stress resilience
- Normalize cortisol (your main stress hormone)
- Support immune system communication
Think of it this way: When your nervous system can adapt better, your whole body functions better.
Patient Testimonial: Sandra W., age 56
“I came to Keefe Clinic for some annoying neck stiffness and headaches. After my first few visits, I noticed something strange—I was sleeping deeper than I had in years, and my digestion improved, too! I didn’t expect chiropractic care to help with those things, but I feel calmer, stronger, and more in sync. I’m now telling all my friends it’s more than just a back fix—it’s a reset for your whole body.”
If you’re dealing with recurring fatigue, tension, sleep issues, digestive problems, or stress overload, your nervous system might be out of sync. Chiropractic care offers a natural way to restore the communication lines between your brain and your body.
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Week of: Monday Sept. 7, 2020,
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IN THE NEWS: What You Need to Know About Vitamin C Dosage Vitamin C boosts the immune system, lessens cognitive decline, improves cardiovascular function, reduces oxidative stress, mineralizes bones and may be toxic to cancer cells. The adult RDA for vitamin C, 90 mg a day for men and 75 mg for women, should be much higher, according to a video from James DiNicolantonio, PharmD. Studies have calculated vitamin C saturation on the basis of excretion, which caused them to incorrectly conclude that higher doses are not effective. Optimal doses of vitamin C can be as high as 1,250 mg twice daily; even 2.5 grams per day does not produce full saturation and may have benefits. Vitamin C has been shown to kill lymphoma cells and help fight prostate, pancreatic, hepatocellular, colon, mesothelioma and neuroblastoma cancers. According to The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, vitamin C enhances the immune system by stimulating leukocyte function, antimicrobicidal and natural killer cell activities and lymphocyte proliferation.High levels of vitamin C, according to the journal, also protects: "… against damage to blood vessels and very significantly reduce mortality rates in the elderly. Indeed, Fletcher et al. have measured that men (mean age 80 years) with 100 mg daily vitamin C intake presented a mortality risk nearly half that compared to peer men with a consumption of 50 mg/day. Moreover, men with low serum ascorbate concentrations may have an increased risk of mortality. A large body of evidence demonstrates that high dietary vitamin C supplementation (between 1 and 10 g/day or more …) can enhance resistance to and improve recovery from infectious, degenerative diseases, and certain types of cancer … Large doses of ascorbate have been found to reduce cardiovascular disease risk, lengthen the lifespan of patients with cancer, and … lengthen lifespan in general. Moreover, daily supplementation with 1000 mg of ascorbic acid results in a significant decrease of blood-lead levels associated with the general population."
CHIROPRACTIC: CHIROPRACTIC WORKS Charlie had arm pain for over a year and it started to interfere with his work and home life. He had been to all the medical specialists and tried all their prescriptions, but it was still bad and getting worse. He was almost ready to accept that surgery was his only remaining option, as the surgeons had said, when a co-worker suggested he visit a chiropractor. The chiropractor treated Charlie and was able to control his pain in a matter of weeks. Charlie never had the surgery and now feels much better. He can handle the flare-ups which come every four months or so with a few chiropractic visits and it's far less expensive than even one day in a hospital. Charlie is thrilled. Success? Chiropractic?@@ When I first came to Dr. Ricks, I couldn’t do anything without pain in my lower back. I was even bed ridden for about a month. I could not get up without pin or down without pain. I was miserable and I did not want to have surgery so when I saw Dr. Ricks’ ad in the Idaho Statesman, I thought it was worth a try. I made an appointment with him and agreed to a six week recovery program. It was the greatest decision I ever made! Except for when I “over do it” at age 78, I am now pain free in my lower back.
FUNNY BONES: Patient: Doctor, doctor, I think I am losing my memory! Doctor: When did that happen? Patient: When did what happen?@@ A man returned to the U.S. after a trip abroad feeling very ill. He goes to see his doctor and is immediately rushed to the hospital to undergo a barrage of extensive tests. The man wakes up after the tests in a private room at the hospital, and the phone by his bed rings. “This is your doctor. We’ve got the results back from your tests, and we’ve found you have an extremely nasty virus that is extremely contagious!” “Oh my gosh,” cries the man. He’s in a panic now. “What are you going to do, Doctor?” “Well, we’re going to put you on a diet of pizzas, pancakes, and pita bread.” “Will that cure me?” asked the man hopefully. The doctor replied, “No… but it’s the only food we can get under the door.”
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IN THE NEWS: THE WARNING SIGNS OF A MAGNESIUM DEFICIENCY (NaturalHealth365) As a macronutrient crucial to good health, magnesium is no slouch. This powerful mineral takes part in about 300 enzyme activities going on in your body, impacting everything from protein synthesis to blood pressure regulation. Magnesium is also vital to a number of energy-related functions, earning it the reputation as the body’s ‘energizer’. Surprising, to most people, magnesium is responsible for: Bone development--Synthesis of DNA, RNA and the antioxidant glutathione--Plus, the active transport of potassium and calcium ions across cellular membranes, which is critical to such bodily functions as muscle contraction, nerve impulse conduction, and proper heart rhythm. Signs of a magnesium deficiency include anxiety, irritability, weakness and fatigue, as well as a general feeling of energy depletion. Many health experts warn that if you experience:Ringing in the ears or hearing loss, Unexplained muscle cramps or tremors, Depression, Abnormal heart function, Or, kidney stones. magnesium levels can decrease your body’s efficiency at using stored energy and optimizing calorie burn. In addition, those with lower magnesium levels often experience a greater need for oxygen and an increased heart rate when exercising. Because of its role in maintaining bone structure, magnesium deficiency has also been linked to brittle bones and osteoporosis, while its role in glycolysis can promote further insulin resistance among those suffering from diabetes and related metabolic disorders when insufficient levels are available. And, while magnesium is widely available in leafy green vegetables, cereals and fruits, it’s estimated that between 68 and 75 percent of adults in the United States are magnesium deficient. Sources for this article include: Lifeextension.com, Oregonstate.edu, NIH.gov
WELLNESS: BREAKING THE CODE OF DISEASE Part of the challenge that any doctor has is trying to understand and to help a patient with a certain condition. In chiropractic and natural healthcare we take a totally different approach in treating our patients. Instead of using drugs that just suppress symptoms, at a cost of sometimes serious side effects, chiropractors try to focus on the underlying cause. As a patient you might think that in healthcare there is a understanding of the cause for most disease, but you would be wrong. In our society most diseases are just suppressed not corrected. In natural healthcare and chiropractic we don't use suppressive drugs so we must try to understand the root cause in order to help the patient get well. So what do we do if the cause is not generally recognized or understood? That's where we have to break the code of disease to try to get to the root cause. There are a number of diseases that's most doctors would say we don't understand the cause yet chiropractic helps on a regular basis. That's because most doctors don't work with nutritional therapy, energy medicine or chiropractic adjustments. Besides standard tools like lab work, x-ray or physical exam we utilize a biofeedback technique that we call "Vega testing". This allows us, in many cases, to unravel the underlying cause of a given condition for each patient. Do you or a family member or friend suffer from any chronic condition? Tell someone about chiropractic today. Natural healthcare is the fastest growing system in healthcare today. First of all it's safe and effective.
CHIROPRACTIC: HOW CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENTS WORK: Most of the benefits associated with chiropractic care are due to patients receiving specific chiropractic adjustments. Chiropractic adjustments work by helping to place your body in the proper position that then allows the body to heal itself. As a holistic and alternative treatment approach, chiropractic adjustments can reduce stress placed on someone’s immune system, freeing up energy to be used towards disease prevention and maintaining homeostasis. Chiropractic care aims to address the whole body, enhancing patients’ ability to think, move and perform. Chiropractors pride themselves on taking a natural, drugless approach to helping their patients reach their health goals. Essentially, the basic principle upon which the entire profession is built is that the body has the amazing, innate ability to heal itself (under the right conditions); it is the chiropractor’s job to help create an environment that facilitate this inner-healing process.---Because the nervous system controls every cell and organ in your body, chiropractors focus their attention on the health of the spine being properly aligned. If the spine shifts out of its proper place, then adjustments are used to help bring the spine back into alignment.---At the core of numerous chiropractic miracle stories is a concept known as “vertebral subluxation.” When chiropractors use this phrase, they refer to mechanical compression and irritation to spinal joints and nerves. Case in point: the very first chiropractic patient in history was named William Harvey Lillard, who experienced difficulty hearing due to compression of the nerves leading to his ears. He was treated by “the founder of chiropractic care,” David. D. Palmer, who gave Lillard spinal adjustments in order to reduce destructive nerve compressions and restore his hearing. After doing extensive research about physiology, Palmer believed that Lillard’s hearing loss was due to a misalignment that blocked the spinal nerves that controlled the inner ear (an example of vertebral subluxation). Palmer went on to successfully treat other patients and eventually trained other practitioners how to do the same. The first college of chiropractic was founded in 1897 and named after Palmer, called the Palmer Chiropractic School & Cure.
FUNNY BONE: Q: What do you call a student that got C's all the way through med school? A: Hopefully not your doctor.@@I went to the doctor and he said I had acute appendicitis, and I said compared to whom?@@Doctor: Nurse, how is that little girl doing who swallowed ten quarters last night? Nurse: No change yet.@@My 85-year-old grandfather was rushed to the hospital with a possible concussion. The doctor asked him a series of questions: “Do you know where you are?” “I’m at Rex Hospital.” “What city are you in?” “Raleigh.” “Do you know who I am?” “Dr. Hamilton.” My grandfather then turned to the nurse and said, “I hope he doesn’t ask me any more questions.” “Why?” she asked. “Because all of those answers were on his badge.” —Webb Smith
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IN THE NEWS:School social distancing policies (NaturalHealth365) Remember how much you enjoyed making forts out of blankets and cardboard boxes when you were a kid? Sadly, some school districts are making a disturbing twist on this popular childhood game and turning it into a Draconian measure to impose social distancing and purportedly slow the spread of COVID-19. We’re talking about new school reopening restrictions imposed in Thailand. The photos taken of these young children in their classrooms are honestly jaw-dropping – many of them resembling kids housed in plexiglass prisons. It’s an unnerving testament how far government overreach and complicit herd mentality can take us. In early July, schools in Thailand were given permission to reopen – with what many people are calling oppressive and tone-deaf restrictions. These COVID-19 restrictions include: Clear plastic partitions installed on every student desk-Desks spread out, as well as other space management changes in classrooms and lunch areas to keep children physically separate from their peers-Clear plastic partitions (that look like ominous playpens or kennels) which young children must play in alone-Hand sanitizer and temperature scanners installed at entrances-Mandatory use of face masks for schoolkids – even kindergartners! (Just try to imagine how many times adults touch their masks with unwashed hands … now imagine how distracting and counterproductive these face coverings can be for children)-Some other restrictions, such as capping class sizes at 20 to 25 pupils and regularly sanitizing door knobs and other classroom surfaces, certainly don’t seem quite as unreasonable. But we can only imagine how distracting and fear-inducing it may be for children to see their teachers other school staff members – all clad in masks, of course – obsessively cleaning and wiping down surfaces. What kind of message would this constant cleaning send? It’s as if to say that touching something without first dousing it with antibacterial agents is dangerous. Let’s not forget, of course, the research indicating that excessive use of antibacterial agents and hand sanitizers may actually contribute to an increased incidence of respiratory issues such as allergies and asthma, especially in children. This is because everyday exposure to common environmental germs is a normal and necessary way to support healthy immune system responses.
WELLNESS: YOUR BODY’S CRY FOR WATER Your body uses water in all its cells, organs, and tissues to help regulate its temperature and maintain other bodily functions. Because your body loses water through breathing, sweating, and digestion, it's important to rehydrate by drinking fluids and eating foods that contain water. Water does more than just quench your thirst and regulate your body's temperature; it also keeps the tissues in your body moist. You know how it feels when your eyes, nose, or mouth gets dry? Keeping your body hydrated helps it retain optimum levels of moisture in these sensitive areas, as well as in the blood, bones, and the brain. In addition, water helps protect the spinal cord, and it acts as a lubricant and cushion for your joints. Adequate water intake enables your body to excrete waste through perspiration, urination, and defecation. The kidneys and liver use it to help flush out waste, as do your intestines. Water can also keep you from getting constipated by softening your stools and helping move the food you've eaten through your intestinal tract. However, it should be noted that there is no evidence to prove that increasing your fluid intake will cure constipation. Digestion starts with saliva, the basis of which is water. Digestion relies on enzymes that are found in saliva to help break down food and liquid and to dissolve minerals and other nutrients. Proper digestion makes minerals and nutrients more accessible to the body. Water is also necessary to help you digest soluble fiber. With the help of water, this fiber dissolves easily and benefits your bowel health by making well-formed, soft stools that are easy to pass.
CHIROPRACTIC: Chiropractic and DNA Repair: Serum Thiol Can regular Chiropractic care affect you on a genetic level? The answer is yes. But how? DNA is the molecule of life. It contains our genes which make us what we are. DNA makes up our chromosomes which are held in the nucleus of our cells. DNA is very fragile and susceptible to damage from environmental stresses. It is estimated that our cells experience anywhere from 1,000 to 1,000,000 incidences of DNA damage PER DAY. If this DNA damage is left and not repaired, our DNA sequences cannot be read or will not be read properly. This will result in abnormal cell function or expression. Going through life, we experience physical, chemical, and emotional dis-stress. These stresses affect the function of the nervous system. The investigators hypothesized that these disturbances in nerve function could affect oxidative stress and DNA repair on a cellular level. Oxidative stress, metabolically generating free radicals, is now a broadly accepted theory of how we age and develop disease. Oxidative stress results in DNA damage and inhibits DNA repair. DNA repair can be measured through blood tests that measure serum Thiol levels. The serum Thiol level is an indicator of the level of DNA repair. The higher serum Thiol, the more DNA repair, and the better your health and aging. In a landmark study published in the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, chiropractors collaborating with researchers at the University of Lund found that chiropractic care could influence basic physiological processes affecting oxidative stress and DNA repair. These findings offer a scientific explanation for the positive health benefits reported by patients receiving chiropractic care. Long-term chiropractic care of two or more years was shown to re-establish a normal physiological state independent of age, sex, or nutritional supplements. Symptom-free or primary wellness subjects under chiropractic care demonstrated higher mean serum thiol levels than patients with active disease and produced some values that were higher than normal wellness values in non-chiropractic subjects.
Week of: Monday Aug. 10, 2020
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IN THE NEWS: Masks — The Most Controversial COVID-19 Debate? By: Dr. Joseph Mercola an osteopathic physician (DO)---- Science clearly shows face coverings of various kinds do little if anything to prevent respiratory illnesses caused by aerosolized viruses. Influenza viruses — coronaviruses that cause the common cold and SARS-CoV-2 — all spread via the air, not just via droplets or touching contaminated surfaces. Preventing droplet contamination does not mean you also prevent the transmission of the aerosolized virus. SARS-CoV-2 is a beta-coronavirus with a diameter between 60 nanometers (nm) and 140 nm, or 0.06 to 0.14 microns (micrometers). Virus-laden saliva or respiratory droplets expelled when talking or coughing measure between 5 and 10 microns. N95 masks can filter particles as small as 0.3 microns, so they may prevent a majority of respiratory droplets from escaping, but not aerosolized viruses. Lab testing has shown 3M surgical masks can block up to 75% of particles measuring between 0.02 microns and 1 micron while cloth masks block between 30% and 60% of respiratory particles of this size. Regardless of the mask, it will not prevent you from exhaling or inhaling the aerosolized virus, but cloth masks are clearly the least preferable option if you actually want to reduce the spread of infection, as their ability to block respiratory droplets is also limited.
WELLNESS: Sunscreen Chemicals Accumulate at High Levels in Your Body Results from two studies in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) show that some sunscreen ingredients enter the bloodstream and accumulate, leading the FDA to review their safety. Researchers found that the absorption of some sunscreen ingredients occurred after only one day of use, and levels in the body could last as long as a week. Studies have found the sunscreen ingredient oxybenzone in human breast milk, amniotic fluid, urine and blood and it may affect endocrine activity. The sunscreen ingredients oxybenzone and octinoxate cause coral bleaching and starve the coral of nutrients, increasing their risk of infection. According to the journal Medical Hypotheses, regular sun exposure is beneficial to your health. Strong warnings from medical associations and the media to avoid sun exposure or to apply sunscreens have resulted in many people being deprived of sunshine's multiple benefits. One of these is vitamin D production, and avoiding the sun may be the reason why so many people are deficient in vitamin D. While it's important to avoid getting sunburned, you need to take care in determining the best way to do that. Obviously, if they have chemicals in them that may not be safe, sunscreens come with their own set of dangers. But, avoiding the sun altogether also isn't good, since that can cause vitamin D deficiencies. This is particularly concerning because a deficiency in vitamin D can put you at risk of other health problems.
CHIROPRACTIC: 21 Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments Improves joint mobility, function, and health. Makes tight muscles lose and loose muscles tight and improves the contractibility (thereby strength) of the muscle. Decreases degeneration of the joints and connective tissues (arthritis). Decreases the on--going inflammatory process associated with the subluxation. Improves circulation taking stagnant blood out and bringing new blood in. Speeds up the recovery process. Improves nerve system function and the individual nerve’s ability to carry nerve impulses more efficiently. Strengthens the immune system. Improves individual organ system function (heart, lung, sinuses, digestive, etc). Improves a person’s disposition (they’re more FUN to be around). Calms a hyperactive mind and energizes a depressed mind. Increases energy, vitality, and improves sleep. Relieves/Improves Prenatal Discomfort Decreases the length of labor and associated back pain. Decreases the adverse effects of stress. Improves athletic performance (for ANY sport). Improves Quality of Life by enhancing the enjoyment/fulfillment of a person’s Key Values. Prevention ability for sickness, disease, and pain. Improves overall health and wellness for infants and children. Improves cognitive ability (ability to THINK more clearly). Oh…and it DECREASES PAIN!
FUNNYBONE: I never believed that chiropractors could solve my back problems…. 2 weeks later I stand corrected. @@What do you call a chiropractor that loves his job?… a crack addict. @@Anyone need some old copies of Chiropractor Monthly?… I have a lot of back issues.@@“But Quasimodo, what makes you think you need to see a chiropractor?” “Oh it’s just a hunch…”@@Why was the chiropractor a good interrogator? He always got the suspect to crack@@I broke up with my chiropractic girlfriend. She was too manipulative@@ What do you call two chiropractors who’ve got each others back? Vertebros@@Why did the chiropractor go bankrupt? He owed too much in back taxes
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IN THE NEWS: COVID Advances New World Order — The Empire of Billionaires In March, the United Nations New World Order (UNNWO) announced its annual International Day of Happiness global campaign, along with a call for solidarity and unity in the global fight against COVID-19. The UNNWO goals, such as ending poverty, hunger, gender inequality and polluted water, sound admirable, but are just pawns used to further a one-world government regime with power concentrated in the hands of a few billionaires. A one-world government tactic that New World Order relies on is media censorship, which the liberal "fact-checking" group Media Matters is now advocating for anyone who doesn’t align with the New World Order mission. The World Health Organization, whose biggest funders include the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aims to vaccinate everyone across the globe by 2030 and to track who has and has not been vaccinated. Finally, the adverse effects of vaccines in general are so well known, even Bill Gates — who is arguably the world's most passionate vaccine advocate — admits that as many as 700,000 could become victims of adverse reactions to the COVID-19 vaccine. It’s side effects — which can include deaths, but also anything from a light fever to a very serious, but not life-threatening event — that Gates specifically mentioned.
WELLNESS: Vitamin deficiencies Due to depleted soil and faulty diets vitamin deficiencies develop which leads to health problems. There are some common vitamins: Vitamin A Widely known for its importance to good vision, vitamin A also supports the immune system and is necessary for a healthy pregnancy. Vitamin A can come from both plant and animal sources. Plant sources include leafy green vegetables and orange and yellow fruits and vegetables. Animal sources include liver, salmon, and whole milk. B1 Thiamin Produces cellular energy from food; required for the synthesis of DNA and RNA. B2 Riboflavin Helps the body produce energy; affects enzymes that influence the muscles, nerves, and heart. B3 Niacin Energy production; helps keep the skin, nervous system, and digestive system healthy, helps with circulation of the blood. B5 Pantothenic acid Influences normal growth and development, supports adrenal function. B6 Pyridoxine Helps break down protein; helps maintain the health of red blood cells, the nervous system, and parts of the immune system, helps with excess fluids. B7 Biotin Helps break down protein and carbohydrates; helps the body make hormones. B8 Folic acid, folate Helps the cells in the body make and maintain DNA; important for the production of red blood cells. B12 Cobalamin Plays a role in the body’s growth and development, and nerve function, anemia.
CHIROPRACTIC: Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments If you frequently deal with symptoms like joint pain, backaches or headaches, but are yet to ever visit a chiropractor for help, then you may be missing out on an effective and natural treatment option. Millions of people around the world have experienced the incredible benefits of chiropractic care, a holistic, non-invasive treatment approach that has been shown to help treat dozens of different conditions. One of the best things about receiving chiropractic adjustments is that they are a completely drug-free path to healing the body naturally. Chiropractic benefits including helping to naturally improve problems such as Back pain, Headaches, Bowel regularity, Improved mental clarity, Ear infections, Neck pain, Arthritis, and joint pain, Scoliosis, Asthma, Blood pressure, Healthy pregnancy, Organ function, Surgery prevention. Most of the benefits associated with chiropractic care are due to patients receiving specific chiropractic adjustments. Chiropractic adjustments work by helping to place your body in the proper position that then allows the body to heal itself. As a holistic and alternative treatment approach, chiropractic adjustments can reduce stress placed on someone’s immune system, freeing up energy to be used towards disease prevention and maintaining homeostasis. Chiropractic care aims to address the whole body, enhancing patients’ ability to think, move, and perform.
FUNNY BONE: I was caring for a woman and asked, “So how’s your breakfast this morning?” “It’s very good, except for the Kentucky Jelly. I can’t seem to get used to the taste,” the patient replied. I then asked to see the jelly and the woman produced a foil packet labeled “KY Jelly.” —Dr. Leonard Kransdorf@@ Now thankfully this story did not result in death but goes to show you how sloppy handwriting can be a major problem in healthcare. A woman in Arkansas brought her baby in to see the doctor, and he determined right away the baby had an earache. He wrote a prescription for eardrops. In the directions he wrote, “Put two drops in right ear every four hours” and he abbreviated “right” as an R with a circle around it. Several days passed, and the woman returned with her baby, complaining that the baby still had an earache, and his little behind was getting really greasy with all those drops of oil. The doctor looked at the bottle of eardrops and sure enough, the pharmacist had typed the following instructions on the label: “Put two drops in R ear every four hours.” – From Cafe Mom@@ A man comes into the ER and yells, ‘My wife’s going to have her baby in the cab!’ I grabbed my stuff, rushed out to the cab, lifted the lady’s dress, and began to take off her underwear. Suddenly I noticed that there were several cabs — and I was in the wrong one. —Dr. Mark MacDonald
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Week of: Monday July 27, 2020
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IN THE NEWS: Oregano and rosemary lower blood sugar and prevent diabetes by: Karen Sanders, staff writer | July 19, 2020 (NaturalHealth365) Diabetes, which currently affects more than 10 percent of the American population, is increasing at an unprecedented rate. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “diabetes or prediabetes affects over 100 million people in the U.S.” An alarming statistic, to say the least! New research: Rosemary and oregano work just like prescription drugs – yet safer. In a study conducted by researchers from the American Chemical Society and published in Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, rosemary and oregano were found to inhibit an enzyme, dipeptidyl peptidase IV, that promotes the secretion of insulin. Protein tyrosine phosphatase – which plays a role in insulin signaling – has led researchers to conclude that the herbs could be useful in preventing and treating diabetes. If you don’t have access to fresh rosemary and oregano, no worries – although, of course, it is always preferable to use fresh, organic herbs whenever possible, the dried “supermarket” version is just as effective when it comes to lowering blood sugar. The researchers tested the effects of both greenhouse-grown and commercial dried extracts. Not surprisingly, they found that the greenhouse version of the herbs had higher levels of beneficial polyphenols and flavonoids. However, the commercial dried extracts functioned just as well to lower blood sugar. Courtesy of their high levels of phytochemicals, both rosemary and oregano are potent inflammation fighters. This pair of herbs is particularly rich in gallic acid, with some samples containing as much 430 micrograms per milligram of dried weight. In another study published in 2014 in International Journal of Inflammation, gallic acid not only had a beneficial effect on mice with laboratory-induced sepsis, it completely reversed lipid peroxidation – the damaging degradation of fats. According to several studies conducted at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, several enhanced proprietary rosemary and spearmint extracts improved the cognitive performance of animals with age-related cognitive decline. The research team expressed hope that the herbs could be used to reduce cognitive problems occurring in the early stages of dementia. Diabetes.org Sciencedaily.com ACS.org Phytochemicals.info
WELLNESS:Foods That Boost the Immune System Feeding your body certain foods may help keep your immune system strong. If you’re looking for ways to prevent colds, the flu, and other infections, your first step should be a visit to your local grocery store. Plan your meals to include these powerful immune system boosters. Citrus fruits Most people turn straight to vitamin C after they’ve caught a cold. That’s because it helps build up your immune system. Vitamin C is thought to increase the production of white blood cells, which are key to fighting infections Red bell peppers If you think citrus fruits have the most vitamin C of any fruit or vegetable, think again. Ounce for ounce, red bell peppers contain almost 3 times as much vitamin C as a Florida orange. They’re also a rich source of beta carotene. Broccoli is supercharged with vitamins and minerals. Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, as well as fiber and many other antioxidants, broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables you can put on your plate. Garlic is found in almost every cuisine in the world. It adds a little zing to food and it’s a must-have for your health. Early civilizations recognized its value in fighting infections. Garlic may also slow down hardening of the arteries, and there’s weak evidence that it helps lower blood pressure. Garlic’s immune-boosting properties seem to come from a heavy concentration of sulfur-containing compounds, such as allicin. Ginger is another ingredient many turn to after getting sick. Ginger may help decrease inflammation, which can help reduce a sore throat and inflammatory illnesses. Ginger may help with nausea as well. Spinach made our list not just because it’s rich in vitamin C — it’s also packed with numerous antioxidants and beta carotene, which may both increase the infection-fighting ability of our immune systems. Yogurt Look for yogurts that have the phrase “live and active cultures” printed on the label, like Greek yogurt. These cultures may stimulate your immune system to help fight diseases. Try to get plain yogurts rather than the kind that are flavored and loaded with sugar.
CONDITION OF THE WEEK: Depression With the restrictions with this pandemic, issues with depression have been increasing. There are things that you can do to improve your moods which include chiropractic adjustments, electrotherapy, exercise, focused relaxation and nutritional therapy. Patients who receive regular chiropractic care notice a greater sense of well-being. That's due to a cascade of chemicals released from the brain through adjustments. The FDA has approved neural stimulation devices a few years ago that use low dose electrical stimulation at certain frequencies to improve depression, anxiety and sleep disorders, pulse magnetic therapy has also been shown to be effective. Focused relaxation along with music or nature sounds can also be effective as well as exercise that increases endorphins and other chemicals that can help with depression. Nutrients like L-tryptophan and L- tyrosine can help in the regulation of serotonin and dopamine to improve depression in many patients. If you suffer from anxiety, depression or sleep disorders give us a call.
FUNNY BONE: 'Marriage is a relationship in which one person is always right, and the other is usually the husband.' When our lawn mower broke and wouldn't run, my wife kept hinting to me that I should get it fixed. Somehow I always had something else to take care of first: the truck, the car, email, fishing, always something more important to me. Finally she thought of a clever way to make her point. When I arrived home one day, I found her seated in the tall grass, busily snipping away with a tiny pair of sewing scissors. I watched silently for a short time and then went into the house. I was gone only a few minutes. When I came out again I handed her a toothbrush. 'When you finish cutting the grass,' I said, 'you might as well sweep the driveway.' The doctors say I will walk again, but I will always have a limp.@@ My wife sat down on the couch next to me as I was flipping channels. She asked, 'What's on TV?' I said, 'Dust.' And then the fight started.....@@ I asked my wife, 'Where do you want to go for our anniversary?' It warmed my heart to see her face melt in sweet appreciation. 'Somewhere I haven't been in a long time.' she said. So I suggested, 'How about the kitchen?' And that's when the fight started....@@ I took my wife to a restaurant. The waiter, for some reason, took my order first. 'I'll have the rump steak, medium rare, please.' She said, 'Aren't you worried about the mad cow?' 'Nah, she can order for herself.' And then the fight started...
Week of: Monday July 20, 2020
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IN THE NEWS: The COVID-19 Curve Has Been Flattened Even though the COVID-19 curve has been flattened, mainstream media outlets continues to push doomsday predictions of an impending explosion of deaths. According to Stanford University's disease prevention chairman Dr. John Ioannidis, the COVID-19 fatality rate for those under the age of 45 is “almost zero,” and between the ages of 45 and 70, it’s somewhere between 0.05% and 0.3%. So, the fact that young and middle-aged adults are testing positive in droves is not a warning sign of an impending onslaught of deaths, as the risk of death in these age groups is minuscule. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the COVID-19 mortality — which had declined for the last 10 weeks straight — “is currently at the epidemic threshold,” meaning if it declines just a little more, COVID-19 will no longer be considered an epidemic. The sharp increases in “cases” are not proof of disease spread but, rather, the spread of testing.
WELLNESS: Save your teeth: Discover natural ways to improve gum health (NaturalHealth365) Naturally, everybody wants healthy teeth and gums – especially when you consider the connection between poor oral health and chronic disease. Unfortunately, in order to avoid tooth loss, it would appear that too many people remain uneducated about how to improve gum health – the key to maintaining strong teeth.So, how do we avoid gum disease? 1. Consume calcium-rich foods: Please note: We do not recommend the consumption of calcium supplements that can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Having said that, Calcium, of course, is important for your bone growth and formation but even more important is the mineral called silica (silicon dioxide). You don't have enough of this mineral in your diet and you can take a ton of calcium and brush your teeth five times a day and still lose your teeth, just like your hair in the shower, as you get older without it. Simply put, you’re at higher risk for periodontal disease if you don’t get enough calcium. Focus on healthy sources such as organic dark, leafy green vegetables, sesame seeds, wild-caught salmon, and other plant sources like organic broccoli and chia seeds. 2. Avoid plaque with xylitol: Xylitol is a sugar alcohol in some fruits, such as berries and plums. Because it tastes sweet, has fewer calories than sugar, and does not spike your blood sugar levels the way sugar does, the food industry uses it as a sugar substitute in some sugar-free gums and candies. Using a xylitol-containing (or herbal) toothpaste can reduce plaque formation and neutralize some bacteria in your saliva that produce acid and contribute to tooth decay. When brushing, you may also like to use essential oils like, clove, neem and peppermint. 3. Reduce inflammation: Your gums are inflamed if you have gingivitis and periodontitis – which is more advanced gum disease. Bottom line: bleeding gums is not a good sign. Be sure to increase your anti-inflammatory activities like, salt water rinsing to reduce the risk of swelling, redness and infections. In addition, supplementation with fish oil and borage oil provide essential fatty acids. can Plus, to help reduce inflammation, you may want to consider: Vitamin D supplementation to optimize your blood levels-Topical folic acid-Probiotics – which you can get from miso, tempeh, kombucha or supplements-Pomegranate. 4. Eat lots of antioxidants: Antioxidants protect cells against damage from chemicals called free radicals. There are a variety of antioxidants which slow down the progression of periodontal disease or reduce symptoms, including: Vitamin C – which you can get from citrus fruits and vegetables or in a high-quality nutritional supplement. Mouthhealthy.org Mayoclinic.org
CHIROPRACTIC: How to Become a Chiropractor. Chiropractors must earn a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree and get a state license. Doctor of Chiropractic programs typically takes 4 years to complete and require at least 3 years of undergraduate college education for admission. Education. Chiropractors begin their education by getting an undergraduate degree with a focus in the sciences. After graduation, they move on to a four-year chiropractic program with both classes and hands-on experience. Chiropractors perform many of the same tasks as other general and specialty doctors. Patient health histories are gathered, physical, neurological, and orthopedic examinations are performed, and various laboratory tests, x-rays, and diagnostic imaging tools are used to diagnose and analyze the patient's condition. Other forms of treatment may be used or recommended by the chiropractor including ultrasound, massage, heat, water, acupuncture, or electric currents. Prescription drugs and surgery are not part of the services provided by chiropractors. Chiropractors may recommend patients to see other doctors or specialists to address health issues or concerns outside of their area of expertise. Some chiropractors choose to specialize in a certain type of practice, such as orthopedics, neurology, sports injuries, internal disorders, diagnostic imaging, or pediatrics. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a job growth increase of 17% in the chiropractic field over the next seven years. An increasing public interest in alternative healthcare methods is beneficial to the chiropractic field. The public is seeking healthy living options which do not include prescription medicines or surgery; instead, a substantial number of people are searching for solutions which emphasize healthy lifestyles. The non-invasive procedures provided by chiropractors in answer to their patients’ health issues and concerns appeals to the segment of the public looking for these types of answers.
FUNNY BONE: Two hunters are out in the woods when one of them collapses. He doesn't seem to be breathing and his eyes are glazed. The other guy whips out his phone and calls the emergency services. He gasps, "My friend is dead! What can I do?" The operator says, "Calm down. I can help. First, let's make sure he's dead." There is a silence; then a gun shot is heard. Back on the phone, the guy says, "OK, now what?"@@A Roman legionnaire walks into a bar, holds up two fingers and says, “Five beers, please.”@@ Apparently, someone in London get stabbed every 52 seconds. Poor guy@@ Women only call me ugly until they find out how much money I make. Then they call me ugly and poor.@@How many Germans does it take to screw in a lightbulb? One, they are efficient and not very funny.
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Week of: Monday July 6. 2020
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CHIROPRACTIC: Why do we get sick, why does our body experience pain?There isn't a simple answer to this because there are multiple answers from faulty diet, genetics, toxic environment, injuries etc. etc. How do our bodies function normally? Grey's Anatomy book says the nervous system controls and coordinates every organ, part, and system of the body and relates the individual to their environment. For your stomach to properly digest it is told what to do through the nervous system. To maintain the normal blood sugar in your body the nervous system has to coordinate several organs to properly control blood sugar. For a minute let's just focus on the nervous system and forget about diet, exercise, stress reduction, and detoxification. To put it one way you have a doctor inside, you can cut your hand and if you clean it properly the cut will heal over time without any outside help. That ability to heal itself is important for our ability to stay healthy. The nervous system literally keeps track of thousands upon thousands of incoming impulses that tell it your hormone levels, your cholesterol levels, your protein levels, the number of digestive enzymes that you have produced etc. etc. The brain analyzes that information and formulates appropriate information to send out to the body to maintain homeostasis. Your ability to maintain homeostasis is your ability to stay healthy. Sure you need to give your body the building blocks by eating properly and there are other laws of health but maintaining the proper balance of the nervous system is fundamental to good health. The body's intelligence works through the nervous system to keep you healthy and if that information is blocked by stress on the nerves from misaligned vertebra then your body cannot properly adapt to the ever-present changes taking place inside. This blockage of information leads to malfunction at the cellular and organ levels and over time this leads to dysfunction and eventually to disease if not corrected. It's been said that a chiropractic patient has an immune system 200 times more efficient than the average person on the street. Regular adjustments help maintain a higher level of function of the organs, systems, and glands of the body. Unfortunately, you don't always feel pain when you need to be adjusted. That's why chiropractic physicians have several diagnostic tools in order to determine where misalignments are and how to correct them. There are 5 laws of health that we encourage our patients to follow one is diet (eating right for your genetic makeup), exercise (exercises that are consistent with your genetic makeup), rest and relaxation (you should sleep between 7 and 9 hours depending on different factors), a positive mental and spiritual attitude (studies show those who practice spiritual disciplines are healthier than the general population) and the last thing is maintaining a healthy nervous system. When you get adjusted you clear the interference of the necessary information to maintain normal function. People who get regular adjustments have a better sense of well-being because nerve pressure sends stress signals to your brain. Stay regular with your chiropractic care! In today's reality of a pandemic, a healthy nervous system is crucial. A healthy nervous system equals a healthy immune system.
WELLNESS: immune-enhancing Role of Vitamin C and Zinc and Effect on Clinical Conditions Vitamin C concentrations in the plasma and leukocytes rapidly decline during infections and stress. Supplementation of vitamin C was found to improve components of the human immune system such as antimicrobial and natural killer cell activities, lymphocyte proliferation, chemotaxis, and delayed-type hypersensitivity. Vitamin C contributes to maintaining the redox integrity of cells and thereby protects them against reactive oxygen species generated during the respiratory burst and in the inflammatory response. Likewise, zinc undernutrition or deficiency was shown to impair cellular mediators of innate immunity such as phagocytosis, natural killer cell activity, and the generation of oxidative burst. Therefore, both nutrients play important roles in immune function and the modulation of host resistance to infectious agents, reducing the risk, severity, and duration of infectious diseases. This is of special importance in populations in which insufficient intake of these nutrients is prevalent. In the developing world, this is the case in low- and middle-income countries, but also in subpopulations in industrialized countries, e.g. in the elderly. A large number of randomized controlled intervention trials with intakes of up to 1 g of vitamin C and up to 30 mg of zinc are available. These trials document that adequate intakes of vitamin C and zinc ameliorate symptoms and shorten the duration of respiratory tract infections including the common cold. Furthermore, vitamin C and zinc reduce the incidence and improve the outcome of pneumonia, malaria, and diarrhea infections, especially in children in developing countries.
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Week of: Monday June 29, 2020
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IN THE NEWS: Who Makes It Rain? Cloud seeding, in which dry ice pellets or silver iodide are applied to certain clouds to modify their output, is used to increase precipitation, decrease hail and clear fog. “In North Dakota, all seeding is done by aircraft. Base-seeding aircraft release seeding agent into updrafts from below the developing storm using a combination of wing-mounted ice nucleus generators and burn-in-place flares. Cloud-top seeding aircraft use ejectable flares and dry ice released directly into the supercooled cloud.” North Dakota reports that cloud seeding produces an estimated 5 percent to 10 percent additional rainfall annually while reducing crop hail losses by 45 percent. A group of North Dakota farmers has asked the County Commission to halt cloud-seeding programs for the remainder of the season, with some opponents suggesting the practice may be making dry conditions worse. June 9, 1972, is a date etched in the memories of many Rapid City, South Dakota, residents. During a period of just six hours, 10 inches of rain fell on the city, adding up to 14 inches overnight. Area streams overflowed and a dam at Canyon Lake failed, leading to massive flooding in the city that killed 238 people and injured 3,000 more.
WELLNESS: Grape seed extract (GSE) is a dietary supplement made by removing, drying, and pulverizing the bitter-tasting seeds of grapes. Grape seeds are rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes (OPCs). A review of 16 studies in 810 people found reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure. It has been shown to improve blood flow and could reduce oxidative damage as well as enhance collagen levels and bone strength. The flavonoids in combination with the antioxidants have an anti-inflammatory property that might delay neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease. Vitamin A&D and the lungs Vitamin A is involved in the proliferation and maintenance of epithelial cells, including those of the respiratory tract. It is a major factor regulating differentiation and maturation of the lung, and maternal vitamin A deficiency during pregnancy could have lasting adverse effects on the lung health of the offspring. Experts say vitamin D can decrease symptoms of the lung disease. People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can reduce some symptoms by taking regular doses of vitamin D. Experts believe vitamins A, C, and E—the so-called ACE antioxidants—combat oxidative stress in the lungs that can lead to COPD. Several studies have shown that these vitamins, as well as vitamin D, may help improve lung health.
CHIROPRACTIC: Before I started chiropractic care, I suffered from constant aching in my back, even after back surgery, so much so that I limped at times. As soon as two weeks after I began to get regular adjustments, I started noticing an improvement. I feel better knowing that I am being proactive about my health and that by having regular adjustments I am preventing future health issues. I have learned that spine health is so important. - L D.---- I have been an asthmatic since childhood. I have always dealt with the fact that a couple of times a year I would have an allergic reaction to the pollens and end up involved with my asthma. As new meds became available my doctor kept me on inhaled steroids hoping to manage my asthma. I maintained the status quo. Originally I went for chiropractic care to help me heal from a fall and eventually found relief from my asthma. I began to learn about how chiropractor care works and as my shoulder improved so did my asthma attacks. Chiropractic relieved the stress on my nervous system with adjustments to my upper spine. It sounds so simple but the adjustments enabled my body to fend off the pollens successfully. I stopped the steroids and no chest infections for many years. No one is more surprised than my allergist and my family. I am free. C.M.----"I was going through a period of complete exhaustion. When I got out of bed in the morning, I had to hold on to things to be able to move around due to weakness in my legs. Each forearm felt as though it was being broken in two. My muscles and bones hurt. I felt dizzy and had irregular heartbeats. The day after receiving an adjustment I felt better, and the day after that I felt like a new person. What a difference !! Nothing short of a miracle. Thanks to chiropractic I was able to start living again. I continue to have follow up treatments to keep the energies flowing through my body for optimum health." D. S.
FUNNY BONES: Had a woman who was in active labor, despite insisting she couldn't be pregnant. She said her last period was "like ten months ago" so she'd gone through menopause. She was 25.@@ During surgery, my fellow resident bumped heads with the surgeon. “Ah, Dr Jones, a meeting of the minds,” he said, laughing it off. The surgeon mumbled, “Yes. And I felt so alone.”@@ I gave my patient the results of her sleep study: “It looks like you stopped breathing in your sleep over 65 times per hour.” Her response: “Did I start back?”@@ Patient: Doctor, I slipped in the grocery store and really hurt myself. Me: Where did you get hurt? Patient: Aisle six.@@ A gentleman calls our office with questions about an upcoming test he is scheduled for, and we talk at length about the procedure. Patient: I’m sorry to have so many questions. Me: Oh, that’s no problem. You can always call and ask for clarification when you need it. Patient: Thank you very much, Clara Fication! You’ve been very helpful.@@ I am an ER doc. I once had a 20 year old and his girlfriend come in at 2 am freaking out becuase "something had tore his throat open". He seemed fine. No blood. Breathing fine. I had him open his mouth, saw nothing. So didn't want him to lose confidence in me, clearly something had happened, so I'm looking, and looking....there is nothing wrong with this kids throat. Finally I say look, it seems ok...what do you feel or see? "I dont feel it but LOOK ITS RIGHT THERE". WHERE??? Looking, looking. It was his uvula. Somehow this kid had gotten to the age of 20 without ever noticing his uvula. Girlfriend was also horrified....I told them it was normal. Did not believe me. So I told them I was about to blow their minds and showed him his girlfriends uvula. Minds blown, another life saved in the ER.
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Week of: Monday June 22, 2020
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CHIROPRACTIC: Non-drug therapies may reduce adverse outcomes in service members with chronic pain A new study based on Veterans Affairs health records finds that non-drug therapies given to military service members with chronic pain may reduce the risk of long-term adverse outcomes, such as alcohol and drug disorder and self-induced injuries, including suicide attempts. The findings appeared online Oct. 28, 2019, in the Journal of General Internal Medicine. While in service, the solders received non-drug therapies that included acupuncture, dry needling, biofeedback, chiropractic care, massage, exercise therapy, cold laser therapy, osteopathic spinal manipulation, electrical nerve stimulation, ultrasonography, superficial heat treatment, traction, and lumbar supports. Ultrasonography is a technique that uses echoes of ultrasound pulses to pinpoint objects or areas of different density in the body. In the study, the researchers compared service members with chronic pain who did or didn't receive non-drug therapies and described the links between such treatments in the military and long-term adverse outcomes. They determined that soldiers who received non-drug therapies were at lower risk of being diagnosed with drug use disorders and self-inflicted injuries, such as accidental poisoning and suicidal ideation--which is the thought of taking one's own life. Source: Veterans Affairs Research Communications Journal reference: Meerwijk, E. L. et al. (2019) Nonpharmacological Treatment of Army Service Members with Chronic Pain Is Associated with Fewer Adverse Outcomes After Transition to the Veterans Health Administration. Journal of General Internal Medicine. doi.org/10.1007/s11606-019-05450-4
WELLNESS: Why sprouted nuts and seeds make a smart food choice (NaturalHealth365) Many natural health lovers wonder if sprouted nuts and seeds are really worth it for maximum nutritive absorption. Well, according to many integrative physicians and natural food experts, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” Here’s a surprising food fact for you: Did you know a chemical so harsh that it was banned by the National Motorcycle Association could be coating those so-called raw almonds you’ve been eating for your daily snack? Propylene oxide and phytic acid are two synthetic and natural toxins contained not only in almonds but in most commercially sold nuts, grains and seeds today. What’s a nut lover to do? Food science research suggests that sprouting nuts and seeds can reduce harmful toxins, difficult to digest proteins and anti-nutrients as well as improve nutrient absorption. Simply put, if you want to receive the greatest nutritional value from your nuts, grains, and seeds – start sprouting to minimize the risk of toxicity and make your snack easier to digest. Grains get a bad name these days too, but if prepared by sprouting, their nutritive benefits are activated. Gluten, a form of protein found in grains such as wheat, barley, rye, oats and spelt make them difficult to digest. Yet, sprouting not only activates nutrients within these grains but also predigests gluten – making it easier to metabolize. Pumpkin seeds are the only alkalizing seed and may improve your emotional well-being. Known to contain an appreciable amount of tryptophan, this amino acid is converted to serotonin and niacin to help you relax, improve mood, and enjoy a restful slumber. Walnuts benefit the cardiovascular system by soothing blood vessels, regulating optimal cholesterol ratios and blood pressure. Almonds help elevate antioxidant levels, reduce inflammation, support mood, and improve heart health. Here’s the good news. Sprouting is really not hard to do – in fact, anyone can do it. If you’re interested in learning how – we highly recommend you learn from an expert like Ari and Noah – the Sprout Brothers (yes, they are actually brothers). Their father, Steve “The Sproutman” Meyerowitz (a blessed memory) was a dear friend of NaturalHealth365 and started this business over 40 years ago! Sources for this article include: Wholegraincouncil.org NIH.gov Westonaprice.org
FUNNY BONES: When I was a proofreader, I shared with my coworkers this example to illustrate how writing can skew based on gender: A professor wrote on the blackboard, “Woman without her man is nothing.” The students were then instructed to insert the proper punctuation. The men wrote, “Woman, without her man, is nothing.” The women wrote, “Woman! Without her, man is nothing.” —Susan Allen
Week of: Monday June 8, 2020
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IN THE NEWS: 20% of COVID Patients Caught Disease at Hospital Figures released from NHS England suggest that up to 20% of hospital patients with COVID-19 were infected at the hospital, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson went so far as to call deaths from hospital-acquired COVID-19 an epidemic. A rapid review and meta-analysis of 40 studies found an even higher rate of nosocomial (originating in a hospital) infections, revealing that, among the confirmed patients, the proportions of nosocomial infections were 44% for COVID-19, 36% for SARS and 56% for MERS. The “high-tech” hospitals of modern day, with their enclosed, indoor close quarters, may be facilitating the spread of disease far more so than open-air hospitals of yesteryear. Records from an open-air hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, during the Spanish flu outbreak of 1918 to 1919 suggest that patients and staff there, who were treated outdoors in fresh air and sunlight, were spared the worst of the outbreak. Note: For those who don’t work at maintaining a high immune function by working at maintaining a high level of health then these can be dangerous times. The mere presence of a microorganism does not cause disease. Your immune system has to allow the organism to set up housekeeping to cause disease. Studies of patients who get regular chiropractic care show that they have an immune system functioning at 200% above the average person on the street. Keeping your nervous system free of pressure and eating foods consistent with your body type and getting some type of regular exercise can supercharge your immune system. Don’t wait for the next pandemic.
WELLNESS: Odds are ... your gut is leaking... The truth is: there are too many people suffering from a damaged gut lining that allows harmful elements like toxins, pathogens, and large food particles to leak through. This sets the stage for chronic inflammation - and ultimately, DISEASE! This is why the condition called “leaky gut” has been linked to so many health issues like, brain fog, arthritis and joint pain, anxiety, depression, dementia plus so much more. Bottom line: To fix the problem, you must heal your leaky gut and stop the source of inflammation. One way to help is by increasing the number of “friendly” bacteria living in your gut. A new, double-blind study in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine found that this one special ingredient (that’s probably in your home right now) could cause a 70% improvement in good gut bacteria in less than 60 days! According to another study in Phytotherapy Research Journal, this same ingredient is “significantly better” for joint pain than conventional anti-inflammatories. And, it does NOT offer negative side effects! In fact, there have been over 6,000 peer-reviewed scientific journals published discussing this ingredient’s health benefits! Don't let this epidemic of leaky gut rob you of the healthy life you deserve.
CHIROPRACTIC: Low Back Pain: An Ice Pack or the Hot Tub? Many patients perform some self-care when they first hurt their lower back, hoping this will keep them out of a doctor’s office. While home remedies can sometimes make the pain go away, sometimes they don’t. It just depends on what you try. When the back is first hurt, it’s often a sprain/strain type of injury with accompanying muscle spasm. When a nerve in the low back becomes pinched or irritated, the body will protect the delicate nerves by keeping you from moving and risking further nerve injury. The easiest way for the body to do this is to cause the back muscles to spasm in the injured area. Muscle pain can be quite severe and heat can sometimes soothe the pain. For this reason, many patients take to the heating pad or to the hot tub to try and get some relief. This should be avoided in an acute injury because inflammation is present. With inflammation, there is increased heat and the additional heat you provide is like adding gasoline to a fire. The results are usually not good. A better choice with an acute injury is to ice the area, but this also needs to be done with some caution. The simplest ice pack is ice cubes placed in a plastic bag. While effective, you can cause a frostbite injury if you leave the pack on for too long. Once numbness is achieved, the pack should be removed. You should most definitely not fall asleep while the pack is on. If this simple procedure does not solve the problem, it’s best to get your spine checked by a doctor of chiropractic.
FUNNY BONE: Why did the skeleton start a fight? He had a bone to pick.@@What’s the coolest part of a skeleton? The hip.@@What do you call a funny bone? A humerus.@@ “I told my boss that she made a mistake in the timetable because there is no 29th of February this year. She said, ’Do you mean that Tuesday is followed by Thursday this year?’ She was very serious.”@@ My three-year-old daughter stuck out her hand and said, “Look at the fly I killed, Mommy.” Since she was eating a juicy pickle at the time, I thrust her contaminated hands under the faucet and washed them with antibacterial soap. After sitting her down to finish her pickle, I asked, with a touch of awe, “How did you kill that fly all by yourself?” Between bites, she said, “I hit it with my pickle.”@@ One of the shortest wills ever written: “Being of sound mind, I spent all the money.”@@ Wrong number: Person 1: Hey Rachyl, do you remember me? Person 2: Wrong number. Person 1: What’s your number then?@@ Little League is a very good thing because it keeps the parents off the streets. —Yogi Berra, Yankees Catcher
Week of: Monday June 1, 2020
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John H. Keefe III, D.C.
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IN THE NEWS:Fast-Tracked COVID-19 Vaccine — What Could Go Wrong? The COVID-19 vaccine may in fact be the most fast-tracked vaccine ever created in all history, which necessitates the elimination of required safety testing steps, such as animal testing. Pfizer in collaboration with BioNTech began human trials in the U.S. of a COVID-19 vaccine on May 11, 2020. If successful, the vaccine could be released as early as September 2020 with an FDA-approved Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). Like Moderna and several other competitors, the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine is using messenger RNA (mRNA) rather than live or attenuated (inactivated) viruses grown in animal cells. Previous attempts to create coronavirus vaccines have failed due to coronaviruses triggering production of two different types of antibodies — one that fights disease and one that triggers “paradoxical immune enhancement” that often results in very serious disease and/or death. Vaccines that caused paradoxical immune enhancement initially looked very promising as they produced very robust antibody responses. Yet when exposed to the wild virus, ferrets and children became severely ill and many died.
WELLNESS: The Case for Avoiding Plant Foods — Reckless or Beneficial? Evidence suggests we are descendants of omnivores, and that the increase in brain volume coincides with a transition to hunting for animal game and eating large amounts of animal foods. Phytoalexins are plant defense compounds that may be causing more harm than good when consumed, and people generally underestimate just how many defense compounds are in plant foods. It is commonly believed that plant molecules act as antioxidants in humans, but they do not act as direct free radical scavengers in your body; rather, they trigger your antioxidant response system — a mechanism known as hormesis. Animal foods are uniquely healthy for humans and provide all the nutrients required for optimal health, including vitamins A, C, E, and K2, as well as choline, carnitine, and creatine. Evidence suggests the reason people live longer in certain areas known as Blue Zones has to do with healthy lifestyle behaviors such as not smoking or drinking and staying active; it does not appear to have anything to do with shunning meat and animal foods. NOTE: There is no one diet for everyone. 75% of the population would do well on a high-protein diet i.e. meat. But 25% of the population needs a diet high in vegetables and grains to stay at their best. Filling out a body type questionnaire is the best way to determine what kind of diet you should be on.
CHIROPRACTIC: Chiropractic Care for Overall Health and Wellness For ages, chiropractors were only sought after to treat back pain. Nowadays, more and more people are turning to alternative forms of healthcare such as Chiropractic Care for all their health needs. To find out how a chiropractor may be able to help you, check out these remarkable benefits that come from seeking a chiropractor for regular care. Immune System It never hurts to give your immune system a boost to protect yourself from illness and injury. It has often been reported that when your central nervous system is in good shape, your other systems are able to work more efficiently as well. This includes your immune system. The immune system is your body’s defense against infections such as sicknesses, viruses, and bacteria. Spinal adjustments have been shown to boost immune function because adjustments allow correction to spinal misalignments that cause neural dysfunction. When a person as neural dysfunction it stresses the body out, in turn, may lead to a weakened immune system and lower response to a foreign body, like a virus. And no matter the time of year, it never hurts to give your immune system a boost. Individuals who receive regular chiropractic care report healthier immune systems as well as an overall healthier body. It only takes one adjustment to bring about an immediate immune boost. Higher Activity Level It is no secret, that activity and exercise are key to ensure you have some control over your overall wellness. Though, people that participate in higher activity levels, can benefit from chiropractic care in many ways. When an athlete gets an adjustment, this can help improve athletic performance due to alleviating stressors within the body's nervous system, as well as anchoring the muscles throughout the whole body. Also, regular adjustments can help improve range of motion and decrease recovery time through adjustments and small tissue manipulation that helps break up scar tissue to increase flexibility, elasticity, and strength throughout recovery. Back and Neck Health This is the most understandable benefit of chiropractic care. You see, when your spine is aligned it leads to a healthier back and neck. When your back and neck are in good health, you have a reduction in tension and pain, as well as a more efficient central nervous system.
FUNNY BONE: What does a biologist wear on a first date? Designer genes!@@A poodle and a collie are walking together when the poodle suddenly unloads on his friend. “My life is a mess,” he says. “My owner is mean, my girlfriend ran away with a schnauzer, and I’m as jittery as a cat.” “Why don’t you go see a psychiatrist?” suggests the collie. “I can’t,” says the poodle. “I’m not allowed on the couch.”
Week of: Monday May 25, 2020
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WELLNESS: High-dose glutathione shows promise in addressing respiratory distress in patients with COVID-19 (NaturalHealth365) In some areas across the country, like New York City, even “suspected cases” of COVID-19 aren’t confirmed because of a lack of testing. Unfortunately, this viral infection can become life-threatening as a result of what’s known as “cytokine storm syndrome.” The end result can be pneumonia and other complications like acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). But, as you’ll soon see, glutathione has proven to be a lifesaving antioxidant. To date, no published “cure” has been found to control the respiratory symptoms and inflammation associated with the virus adequately, other than assisted ventilation and oxygen therapy. However, a new study based upon two patients with dyspnea secondary to coronavirus pneumonia found that glutathione shows significant promise in addressing respiratory distress. A New York mom – Josephine Bruzzese – was diagnosed with pneumonia but sent home from the hospital as a suspected COVID-19 case because there were no coronavirus tests currently available. Josephine’s son, James Bruzzese, is a second-year student at CUNY School of Medicine, called a Lyme Disease specialist the family already knew – Dr. Richard Horowitz. After James gave him the rundown, Dr. Horowitz suggested that they try giving Josephine glutathione, which is an antioxidant produced by your liver that helps reduce inflammation. After a single 2,000mg dose of glutathione, the family saw Josephine improve in just an hour. She was able to get up, take a shower, and continued taking the treatment for five days with no relapse.
IN THE NEWS:Defeat dementia naturally with some of the best nutrition on Earth, research confirms (NaturalHealth365) Can we really prevent life-shattering illnesses such as dementia with natural health strategies? Breaking new science says that we can! According to the pharmaceutical industry and the media, ‘there is no cure.’ But, we now know that to be untrue. And, for those in doubt, just look up the work of Dale E. Bredesen, MD. But, there are many other physicians doing fantastic work in the area of neurodegenerative disease. Contrary to popular media opinion, they found that a diet in these foods has a protective benefit against the onset of dementia. They studied a number of different flavonoids found in plant molecules. Researchers found that a low intake in flavanols made a subject two times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. A low intake in cyanins increased the chances of illness by four times. A low intake in flavonoid polymers made a subject twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related illnesses. Flavanols, cyanins, and flavonoid polymers are not difficult to integrate into your diet. The study focused on green tea, berries, apples, and pears as a source of flavonoids. Other foods that can help are other teas (oolong, white and black), grapes, cocoa, broccoli, lettuce, cranberries, blackberries, kale, and tomatoes. For those who prefer to supplement with micronutrients, cocoa flavonol capsules will help you increase your flavonoid intake. Flavonoids have antioxidant properties. Not only do they prevent Alzheimer’s, but they also decrease the risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. This is yet another important reason to ensure you eat a flavonoid-rich diet with cardiovascular-related diseases accounting for one in four American deaths.
CHIROPRACTIC: Chiropractic Stories I have suffered from Migraines since the age of 14. So for the last 20 years I have had no luck in anything any doctor has done for me. I was given prescriptions after prescriptions, my body is now immune to almost all pain pills. One of the medicines did help me, however, after taking these pills, my stomach would hurt so bad I would be doubled over. What a choice, the headaches or the pain of the stomach. I choose the stomach pain. I took everything I could, didn’t care, if it worked I took it, if it didn’t I still tried it. When I realized I was up to 8 pills a day, I decided to go to the chiropractor. The first one I went to, well, he was ok, but it didn’t stop the pain. I found one this year, and am so grateful that I did. I am off of all the pills, and my normal week that use to include a minimum of 4 migraines, is gone. I may have 1 bad migraine for the month!!! I am so impressed that I am working on a flyer for my doctor to let other people know that Chiropractors are not just for fixing a strain. I have come to notice that no one really knows exactly what the chiropractor can do, and I am one who is so happy with the work that I am going to help others know about relieving Migraines, carpel-tunnel, TMJ etc… Please keep up the good work!!!!! G. J.
FUNNY BONE:On the day of my big job interview I woke up late. Frantically I threw on a suit. “OH NO!” I thought. “MY TIE! My Dad was out of town and wasn’t there to help me, and for the life of me I did not know how to tie a tie! I grabbed a tie and ran out the door. “Excuse me sir,” I said to the crossing guard, “I have an important job interview, can you please help me make this tie?!” “Sure” said the guard, “just lie down on this bench.” Well if someone was going to help me I wasn’t going to ask any questions. After he finished and the tie looked good I just had to ask why I had to lie down. “Well in my previous job I learned how to tie tie’s on other people when they were lying down. He replied. What was your previous job? I asked incredulously. “I ran a morg.” Was the reply.@@My mother was browsing in a store when a saleswoman offered assistance. Mom admitted she didn’t have anything particular in mind, and the pair started chatting. The woman quickly learned that Mom was retired. Interested, she confessed that she, too, was considering retirement. Mom immediately started telling her how much she liked no longer working and how the saleswoman would enjoy it too. Finally, convinced by Mom’s enthusiasm, she asked, “How long have you been retired?” Mom said, “This is my first day.” —Lee Beacham@@ We Uber drivers never know whom we’re going to end up with as a passenger. One day, I was driving over a new bridge, the design of which was very confusing. Completely confounded, I muttered, “I’d love to meet the genius who designed this mess.” With that, my passenger extended his hand in my direction and said, “Well, today is your lucky day. My name is Mike, I work for the county engineer’s office, and I’m the genius who designed this!” Surprisingly, he still gave me a tip. —Patrick Grilliot
Week of: Monday Mar. 9, 2020
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John H. Keefe III, D.C.
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IN THE NEWS: Breaking NEWS: Coronavirus doctor from China speaks out by: Jonathan Landsman | February 28, 2020 Conventionally speaking, our modern healthcare system is merely focusing their attention on travel bans, testing and isolation of infected people. And, while that all may seem to be a “reasonable” response to a potential pandemic outbreak of the 2019-nCoV (novel coronavirus). Obviously, much more needs to be done to protect all of us. In fact, the one thing that’s not talked about – nearly enough – is how to improve (and maintain) the health of the immune system. Can vitamin C – known to be an excellent vitamin for protecting immunity – actually help people infected with the coronavirus? Editor’s Update (2/29/20): Unfortunately, the video we posted – originally with this article – by Andrew Saul, PhD talking about some very important health information associated with vitamin C and the coronavirus has been removed by YouTube. NOTE: as technology gets bigger and stronger they start to control information that they don’t agree with. This can be dangerous for all of us. The antiviral properties of vitamin C have been studied for years here are a few of the studies you can find online. Nutrients. 2017 Apr; 9(4): 339. Published online 2017 Mar 29. doi: 10.3390/nu9040339 , PMCID: PMC5409678 PMID: 28353648 Vitamin C and Infections https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5409678/, Five controlled trials found significant effects of vitamin C against pneumonia. There is some evidence that vitamin C may also have effects on other infections, but there is a paucity of such data. The practical importance and optimally efficacious doses of vitamin C for preventing and treating infections are unknown. Vitamin C is safe and costs only pennies per gram, and therefore even modest effects may be worth exploiting. Vitamin C and disease prevention and cure: an overview-Vitamin C in Disease Prevention and Cure: An Overview – NCBI , Vitamin C Infusion for the Treatment of Severe 2019-nCoV Infected Pneumonia, Vitamin C Is an Essential Factor on the Anti-viral
WELLNESS: How Aluminum Damages Your Brain Research has found a strong link between aluminum exposure and Alzheimer’s disease. Patients with a genetic mutation that predisposes them to early onset of Alzheimer’s and more aggressive disease have universally high aluminum content in their brains. According to a British researcher, without aluminum in the brain, Alzheimer’s does not develop. When aluminum was first approved for use in vaccines, it was approved based on its efficacy. It was never actually tested for safety. It was simply assumed to be safe. Aluminum has been shown to cause mitochondrial dysfunction and depletion of adenine-triphosphate (ATP), which sets the stage for virtually any chronic disease. Aluminum salts can increase levels of glial activation, inflammatory cytokines and amyloid precursor protein within the brain. Recent research found the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine schedule — when adjusted for bodyweight — exposes children to a level of aluminum that is 15.9 times higher than the recommended “safe” level. A 2010 paper also pointed out that aluminum salts "can increase levels of glial activation, inflammatory cytokines and amyloid precursor protein within the brain," and that "Both normal brain aging and to a greater extent, Alzheimer's disease are associated with elevated basal levels of markers for inflammation."
CHIROPRACTIC:Restoring health when other methods fail. There are two basic forms of healthcare in the United States, one is drugs and surgery and the other is natural healthcare which includes chiropractic, diet, nutritional therapy, exercise and other techniques. Sometimes patients don't think about the type of care they will be prescribed when they see a doctor. This is important because drugs can't really heal. Drugs can stimulate, sedate as they cover symptoms of disease. Pharmaceutical companies are careful not to claim that drugs can cure diseases. Because chiropractic utilizes completely unique approaches in healthcare many people who have suffered from chronic health problems are surprised when those problems start to resolve under chiropractic care. Simply restoring the communication channels within the body can sometimes cause amazing results but when you also restore deficient nutrients to the body welcome changes can result. Remember the five laws of health. Diet (following your body type program), exercise, rest and relaxation, positive mental and spiritual attitude and a healthy nervous system are unique pathways in natural healthcare. Who do you know who would benefit from chiropractic care?
FUNNY BONE: If you boil a funnybone it becomes a laughingstock. That's humerus.@@My wife just stopped and said, "You weren't even listening were you?" I thought... "That's a pretty weird way to start a conversation."@@You drop something when you were younger, you just pick it up. When you're older and you drop something, you stare at it for a bit contemplating if you actually need it anymore.@@. Do they have a restaurant in Japan where American people cook in front of you with lawn chairs and a grill?@@I finally did it! Bought a new pair of shoes with memory foam insoles. No more forgetting why I walked into the kitchen.@@"Are you busy tomorrow?" That entirely depends on the rest of the information that you're about to give me.@@My boss says I intimidate my coworkers. I stared at him until he apologized.@@It's just fine to eat a "test" grape in the produce section but you take one bite of a rotisserie chicken and it's all, "Sir you need to leave."@@Hackers need to step up their game and delete everyone's loans, bad credit and mortgages.@@How old am I? I am "it's 830 and you want to start a movie this late?" Years old@@The only thing we have to fear is fear itself... and spiders.@@You can tell a lot about a woman's mood just by her hands. For instance, if they are holding a gun, she's probably angry.
Week of: Monday March 2, 2020
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John H. Keefe III, D.C.
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WELLNESS: Health and wellness are not synonyms. Health refers simply to a physical body being free from diseases, but wellness is an overall balance of your physical, social, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, environmental, and occupational well-being. Wellness is a lifestyle and is not an end to be achieved. Wellness means that one strives for balance throughout his whole life. On the other hand, health would be that a person wants to lose weight and lower blood pressure. Once he does this, he is considered healthy. Health is a goal one can achieve, while wellness is a dynamic concept that continues for a lifetime. NOTE: Because I understand the importance of wellness we have three different programs to help someone interested in maintaining the highest level of health possible to engage in a program to accomplish your goals. We teach the five laws of health, diet, exercise, rest and relaxation, positive mental and spiritual attitude and a healthy nervous system. With diet, we offer the body type program that helps individualized your diet based on your genetic makeup. That program also recommends the forms of exercise best for how your body is constructed. We offer varied nutritional products to help balance neurotransmitters to facilitate a positive mental attitude and we encourage patients to seek guidance in the community within your own church to help maintain a healthy spiritual focus. And lastly, chiropractic adjustments to keep your nervous system functioning and peak performance so it can regulate and control your organs, systems and your overall expression of health. Seek solutions for your health needs don't just cover up the problem and give it time to get worse.
IN THE NEWS:2019-2020 flu claims 10,000 lives in the U.S., yet Western medicine continues to ignore this one vitamin solution by: Sara Middleton, staff writer | February 18, 2020, The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “estimate” that 14,000 – 36,000 deaths have occurred (due to the flu) since October 2019. Although the CDC does admit: they don’t know exactly how many die because the flu is “not a reportable disease in most areas of the U.S.” Yet, according to other “expert” reports: we’re up to 10,000 deaths so far this season. – with 180,000 cases ending up in the hospital. So, the more important question is: how can we protect more people? Are vaccines (manufactured with last year’s virus) really the answer? Probably not … and maybe that’s why many experts are turning to a surprisingly simple and effective remedy: vitamin C. It turns out that high amounts of this nutrient act like a powerful antiviral and can combat the nutrient-depleting effects of the flu virus. And this is to say nothing of the many other vitamin C health benefits – like a reduced risk of chronic diseases, improved iron absorption, and enhanced cognitive protection with aging. Previously, we reported on a study that showed how daily supplementation with vitamin C (ascorbic acid) reduced cold and flu symptoms by a whopping 85 percent. And, back in 2014, we reported on a “miracle cure” news story about how a New Zealand man infected with swine flu made an incredible recovery from the deadly virus after receiving large amounts of vitamin C. NOTE: besides specific immune formulas that can have an individualized boost to your immune system we have found that vitamin C along with A and D are very effective for boosting the immune system and maintaining healthy mucous membranes. In most cases, respiratory viruses enter through the mucous membranes of the sinuses and the respiratory system. Maintaining humidity between 40 and 60% along with the nutrients just mentioned goes a long way to keep your family safe from viruses.
CHIROPRACTIC: Chiropractic Adjustments vs. Acupuncture vs. NSAIDsWouldn’t it be nice if we could assess three common types of treatment for neck and back pain to determine which is the most effective? Here is a look at three studies that compared three popular forms of care for chronic spinal pain to determine the short-term and more importantly, the LONG-TERM benefits of chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, and non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, like Advil). The FIRST published study included a pilot group of 77 patients complaining of chronic spinal pain (neck, mid-back, or low-back pain). These patients were separated into one of the three treatment groups and received either NSAIDs, acupuncture, or chiropractic manipulation. Patients received care for four weeks with outcome measures (questionnaires) used to assess changes in pain and disability. After a 30-day time frame, only patients who received chiropractic manipulation (CM) reached a level of statistically significant improvement, supporting CM to offer the best SHORT-TERM BENEFITS for those with chronic back/neck pain. The SECOND study included 115 patients, again randomized, to receive either one of the same three treatments, but this time the outcome data was gathered two, five, and nine weeks after the start of treatment. Again, those who received chiropractic manipulation (CM) experienced the best overall improvement at nine weeks. The THIRD study involved follow-up from the same patient group from the SECOND study two years later. Once again, participants completed outcome assessments that measure pain and disability. This time, the results showed that only patients in the chiropractic manipulation group maintained long-term improvements in pain and disability. The researchers concluded that chiropractic care was highly recommended especially in Grades 1 and 2 (which includes the majority of neck pain sufferers). Interestingly, many multidisciplinary physician groups now incorporate chiropractic care as part of their “team” approach, which also offers pain management in the form of medications, injections, PT, and when necessary, surgery. They have seen the value of spinal manipulation for neck pain and often seek out chiropractic because it’s safe, beneficial, and cost-effective.
FUNNY BONE:Policeman: I'm very sorry, sir, but it looks like your wife got hit by a bus. Man: I’m aware of that, but Karen has a wonderful personality.@@ Patient: Oh Doctor, I’m starting to forget things. Doctor: Since when have you had this condition? Patient: What condition?@@Me and my wife, we've decided that we don't want to have children. So anybody who wants one can leave us their phone number and address and we will bring you one.@@Waiter, there’s a fly twitching in my soup!”“And what do you expect for the price? A ballet
Week of: Monday Feb. 3, 2020
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John H. Keefe III, D.C.
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IN THE NEWS: Coronavirus The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Chinese authorities identified the new coronavirus, which has resulted in more than a thousand confirmed cases in China, including cases outside Wuhan City. Additional cases have been identified in a growing number of other international locations, including the United States. There are ongoing investigations to learn more. These illnesses usually only last for a short amount of time. Symptoms may include: runny nose-headache-cough-sore throat-fever-a general feeling of being unwell. Human coronaviruses can sometimes cause lower-respiratory tract illnesses, such as pneumonia or bronchitis. This is more common in people with cardiopulmonary disease, people with weakened immune systems, infants, and older adults. How to protect yourself There are currently no vaccines available to protect you against human coronavirus infection. You may be able to reduce your risk of infection by doing the following: wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds-avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands-avoid close contact with people who are sick. If you have cold-like symptoms, you can help protect others by doing the following: stay home while you are sick-avoid close contact with others-cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands-clean and disinfect objects and surfaces. In China, the water you drink is as dangerous as the air you breathe. Medical historians tell us the main cause of infectious disease reduction in the United States is attributed to better sanitation, cleaner water and air and a more diverse food supply. This is why China is being devastated by this virus. What you hear on the news is just the tip of the iceberg. Americans reporting out of China say the bodies are stacking up, emergency services are exhausted and unable to keep up. The problem is probably 10 times worse than you hear on the news because China is not forthcoming. So to protect you and your family these simple steps will be helpful. Drink plenty of clean water, keep the humidity in your house above 40%, eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, vitamins A & D, and vitamin C can help boost your immunity. Chiropractic adjustments will enhance your immune system's defenses, get plenty of rest and I recommend Nixall to be sprayed on your hands, face, inside your mouth and nose and both ears. Nixall is a safe and natural antiviral, anti-yeast and antibiotic. These recommendations can also keep you healthy during the cold and flu season. There is no drug that can help with this virus but with Vega testing, we can determine what immune formulas could be helpful.
WELLNESS: There is an excellent chance that the coronavirus will not have a devastating effect in the US that it has had in China. In some ways, China is a Third World country where 80% of the water supply is not safe to drink and they have a huge problem with pollution. Their food supply is in question and in 2010, 477 million people in China (36% of the population) did not have access to improved sanitation such as a ventilated pit latrine or a flush toilet piped to a sewer system (WHO/UNICEF Progress on Drinking Water and Sanitation, 2012). There are national disparities as well, with 74% of people having improved access to sanitation in urban areas in 2010, but only 56% in rural areas. Provision of sanitation facilities for disabled people is sparse. These issues are the backbone for healthy population. And that’s why things like measles can have a high death rate in Third World countries but in the US it’s usually a few days of fever, aches, and pains and then it’s over. But yet there are still adverse effects to infectious disease in the US simply because there is a portion of the population that lives on junk food, carbonated beverages and they don’t drink near enough water. For someone who weighs 100 pounds, they should drink between 40 and 50 ounces of water every day. You take your body weight and divide in half and that you cleansing dose in ounces and 80% of that is your minimum dose. You are 80% water and you need to flush your system with clean water every day. Chiropractic teaches the five laws of health: exercise, diet, positive mental and spiritual attitude, rest and relaxation and a healthy nervous system through the chiropractic adjustment.
CHIROPRACTIC: WE SPECIALIZE IN HEADACHES Spinal adjustments are the best treatment on the planet for headaches. Some are triggered by diet or toxins some are triggered by hormones and stress but the cause are subluxations in the neck. Joints in the neck pinch nerves that cause headaches. Dangerous drugs don’t fix the cause of headaches, pain killers kill 15,000 + each year 500,000 are hospitalized per year. Health doesn’t come in a pill health comes from within. health is the natural expression of life. If you or a family member or friend suffer from headaches remember our numbers (918) 663-1111.
FUNNY BONE: At the doctor’s office, a 20-something man was trying to make an appointment for a Mrs. Brown. Try as he might, he just could not remember her first name. Frustrated, he left. A few minutes later, I passed him outside the office on the phone.“Hey, Dad,” he said. “What’s Mom’s first name?”@@ Q. Why aren’t dogs good dancers? A. Because they have two left feet!@@ Did you hear about the bed bugs who fell in love? They’re getting married in the spring!@@ After my 91-year-old mother finished having her hair cut and shaped, the stylist announced, “There, now you look ten years younger.” My mother, unimpressed, replied, “Who wants to look 81 years old?”@@ Did you hear about the statistician who drowned crossing a river? It was three feet deep, on average.@@ Did you hear about the monkeys who shared an Amazon account? They were Prime mates.
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